MEN'S HEALTH: Skincare & Grooming

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Hello dudes I have decided to feature your beauty regimen today because of the numerous questions I have been asked by my male visitors, You asked if PEEJAY Fashion Plus+ is an all female affair and the answer is NO NO NO. I write about Male and female. I promise to be unbiased hence i will feature both male and female related articles. 

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It is highly speculated that women are the more sensitive than men, and it’s definitely true when it comes to your face. Truth is men and women are naturally attracted to well groomed individuals. 

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Women like to snuggle up to their guy and they like the soft, clean and smooth skin for obvious reasons. You are not less of a man if you have clean skin, and to help you spruce up here are easy tips to grooming your skin back to smooth suppleness.

FACT:“Men’s facial skin is typically thicker than women’s and less likely to be sensitive to ingredients in facial cleansers and moisturizers”
SOURCE: Dee Anna Glaser, MD, professor of dermatology.
 hmmmmmm did you know that? 

Their Skincare is also usually a simpler routine since they typically do not wear makeup.But shaving is another story. For men with heavy beards or curly or kinky hair, irritation and razor bumps can be a big problem; but with proper face care, those hazards can be made a thing of the past and a clean, smooth face can become a welcome daily occurrence.

Bar Soap or Liquid Cleansers for Men

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Most men prefer bars to liquid cleansers. That’s fine as long as you have normal or oily skin. But bar soap tends to dry skin out more than liquid cleansers. “If your skin feels tight or a little itchy after you wash your face, try switching to a liquid cleanser,” Glaser says.

 If you insist on bar soap, look for moisturizing soaps with emollients such as glycerin. Many are made with vitamin E oil, olive oil or jojoba oil.  

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You may experience problems with acne if you have very oily skin. Acne is caused by excess oil production that clogs pores, causing inflammation.

Look for soaps or liquid cleansers that contain salicylic acid, glycolic acid or benzyl peroxide. These exfoliating agents remove the upper layers of dead skin and allow for deeper cleaning of pores. They also have antibacterial properties.

Moisturizers for Men
Some soaps are laced with moisturizer, and for some men they work just fine. But the surest way to moisten your skin after washing it is to apply a moisturizer.

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• For dry skin, choose a cream, which is the thickest formulation.
• For normal skin, reach for a lotion, which is lighter and less oily.
• For oily skin, choose a skin toner or gel.

FACT 2 If you have problems with acne, moisturizers that contain glycolic acid or salicylic acid will help remove dead skin and keep your pores from clogging
SOURCE: dermatologist Carolyn Jacob, MD,

Shaving Products for Men
Most men find a comfortable way to shave and stick with it. If you’re still suffering nicks, cuts, razor burn, or razor bumps, it’s time for a change.

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If your face gets irritated from shaving

SOLUTION: 

• Try a shaving cream with aloe. 
• Try lathering up with a little extra water and leave it on your face for a minute before you shave to soften beard hairs.
• Apply pre-shaving several minutes before shaving, the oil helps moisturize skin and soften beard hairs.

For razor bumps which are caused by ingrown hairs 

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SOLUTION: 

• Look for a shaving cream that contains glycolic acid or salicylic acid, exfoliating agents that unplug pores.
• Stick with hypoallergenic products without fragrance to avoid further irritating your skin.
• Use Electric razors they are less likely to irritate than blades. 
• If you must use a blade, choose a single or double-bladed razor. 
• Shave in the direction that hairs grow, not against the grain, which can cause more irritation. 
• Use an aftershave lotion to soothe facial skin and then apply a moisturizer.
• Avoid toners and astringents that contain alcohol, which causes dryness.

Grooming Mustaches and Beards

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Many stylists recommend using a fine-tooth comb to straighten mustache hairs before trimming. 
Try a mustache wax if your mustache grows unruly. Waxes clump the hairs together and make them easier to comb into shape.

Use hair conditioner to manage a beard. If you’re going for a well-manicured look, use a small amount of styling gel.

Information Sources: webmd.com wikihow.com , healthmeup.com , dovemencare.com